Tensions erupted at Mandilas Market on Lagos Island on Friday following a violent altercation between a youth and an Igbo trader. The confrontation quickly escalated, resulting in one fatality and several injuries.
According to eyewitness reports, the dispute initially appeared to be a minor disagreement but soon spiraled out of control. The altercation culminated in the fatal stabbing of the Yoruba youth involved in the clash. His death sparked outrage among local youths, who retaliated with violent attacks that further fueled the chaos.
In the ensuing melee, several bystanders were injured as traders sought refuge and closed their shops in fear. The normally busy market ground to a halt as panic spread.
Security forces were promptly deployed to the scene in an effort to restore order, though the full scope of the damage and arrests remains unclear. As of this morning, the Lagos State Police Command has launched an investigation into the incident, but no official statement has been released at this time.
Authorities are actively working to identify and apprehend those responsible for the violence. The situation continues to unfold, and more details are expected as investigations progress.
